SPRING/SUMMER POSITIONS

We hire 40-50 spring/summer staff each year in our various camps and programs:

Outdoor School Counselors • Summer Counselors • Program Leadership  • Riding Instructors • Ranch Hands • Kitchen • Maintenance • Lifeguards • Housekeeping

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Why Canyonview? • Christ-centered, verse by verse Bible-teaching • Paid positions available • Teach campers how to read and understand the Bible • Ongoing learning of new teaching and mentoring skills for life • Spend your time outdoors • Strengthen your relationship with Christ. • Develop life-long friendships • Model God’s Love to Kids, Teens and staff. • Teach the gospel through activities • Full God’s calling and serve your community Your decision to serve in a ministry where the truth of the Gospel of Christ is preached is one of the most significant decisions you will ever make.

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Chef/Kitchen Support :  Assist cooks in daily meal preparation, dishwashing, and leadership of crews. Basic food handling and preparation experience preferred. 10 positions available, must be 14 y/o +.

 

Counselor/Field Guide (Outdoor School March - June & October): Counselors are the heart and soul of our camps. They spend their weeks utilizing every opportunity to connect with and serve their students. They teach a science, craft or recreational lesson to 5th graders and facilitate large group games and initiatives. Responsible for 8-15 campers, 24 hours a day and filling in REC areas as needed. We have many different subjects available. Outdoor schools start March 29 and conclude in June. Most teachers continue on as counselors for our summer camps which end in August. 9 positions available, must be 18 y/o +.

 

Counselor (Summer Camps): Counselors are the heart and soul of our camps. They spend their weeks utilizing every opportunity to connect with and serve their campers. They spend time with their cabin at every meal and in most activities and games as well as lead their cabin in Bible Studies. Responsible for 8-15 campers, 24 hours a day and filling in REC areas as needed. We have many different counseling opportunities available, ranging from 1-9 weeks as a counselor. 30 positions available, must be 18 y/o +.

 

Day Camp Director: A great opportunity to demonstrate experience in leadership. This leader must have a solid foundation in Christ and a heart for children’s ministry, but also enjoy mentoring high school and college age students. You’ll have many opportunities to teach the Bible, tell stories, sing songs, and to grow in your own faith as well. Must be 20 y/o +.

 

Overnight Leader: Works along side the other Overnight leader/ Program director  to run and over see adventure and wilderness overnight camps. This leader must have a solid foundation in Christ and a heart for children’s ministry, but also enjoy mentoring high school and college age students. You’ll have many opportunities to teach the Bible, tell stories, sing songs, and to grow in your own faith as well. 2 positions are viable 1 male and 1 female role. Must be 20 y/o +. 

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Teens In Ministry Leader: Assists the Program Director and other TIM Leader in overseeing the Teens In Ministry (T.I.M.) Leadership Program. This includes scheduling daily tasks, mentoring the T.I.M.s, and leading Bible studies. Must have leadership skills and a desire to invest your summer in teens. 2 positions available, 1 for male and 1 for female role. Must be 21 y/o +.

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Teens in Ministry: Volunteer Position.  T.I.M.s are counselors in training.  They will be paired with a member of our staff to learn the ropes of this outreach ministry.  It's a great time for them to make quality and Godly friendships with others their age.  Age 14+

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Lifeguards: Assist the waterfront supervisor in maintaining a safe and fun environment at the waterfront. Train staff and campers in waterfront procedures and boating safety. Must be willing to get lifeguard certified or possess current ARC Lifeguard Certificate, and first aid and CPR training. 4 positions available, must be 15 y/o + with 18 y/o + preferred.

 

Ranch Hands: Volunteer Position.  Ranch Hands will share responsibilities at campfire and opportunities with the campers at evening devotions, supervising campers while they groom, saddle, and clean stalls. Assisting an instructor in the arena while preparing to become a lead instructor. Assisting and leading trail rides and feeding horses and other daily chores. Multiple positions available.  Age 15-17.

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Riding Instructor/Ranch Hand Leader: Responsible for teaching ground and mounted lessons.  Ensure safety and assist in managing or working with ranch hands/staff. Leading trail rides and feeding horses and other daily chores. Be a spiritual leader, mentor, and supervisor to a group of ranch hands each week. Current CHA Instructor 1 certification or higher required or have the ability to obtain one. Must be 21 y/o+.

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Q: Can I volunteer this summer at Canyonview?

A: Yes. We always need more volunteers. Just fill out the application. We will do a background check before you begin working with kids.

 



​How much do I get paid?  

A:  ​​​Weekly Salary paid twice monthly + Room and Board (food & housing)

• Overnight Camp Counselor $250

• Day Camp Counselor $240

• Outdoor School Field Guide $600

• Lifeguards: $15/hour 

• Program Staff (Leadership): $350

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What is the schedule?

A: Though there is some flexibility, we are looking for those who can commit to the whole summer

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• Outdoor School Staff Training: March 27-29

• Day Camp & Ranch Staff Training: June 10-15

• T.I.M. & Ranch Hand Training:  June 14-15

• Camps: April 1 - August 23

 

NOW WHAT? 

Contact us today at 971-239-1347 or click the Online Application Button above.

 

• Tim Houser, Operations Manager  •Timh.canyonview@gmail.com

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